Quest Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

Q: Does Quest Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Quest Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 253 students
Yearly Tuition: $27,985
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Quest Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Quest Academy
Nursery	9
Pre-K	11
Kind	16
1	25
2	24
3	32
4	21
5	21
6	42
7	30
8	22

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1982

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Thu. May 27, 2027

Campus Size

3 acres

School Motto

Empowering gifted students to reach their full potential

Student Body

Total Students

253 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

39 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other special emphasis association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$27,985

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Tuition Notes

2026-2027 Tuition for Pre-School Half Day (three year olds) is $12,830; Pre-School Full Day (three year olds) is $17,125. Junior Kindergarten through 8th grade is $27,985. Upon admission to Quest Academy, all new families are charged a one-time New Family Fee that goes to support development of new academic programs and technology applications. The fee is $500 for preschool and $1,500 for Junior Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Summer Program Cost

$475

Summer Program Cost Notes

Early registration fees are $425 per week until March 31, 2026. Regular registration fees are $475 per week on and after April 1, 2026.

% on Financial Aid

32%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Megan DeBoer

Admissions Associate

Gail Murphy

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Track and Field

Colors

White, Red, and Black

School Mascot

Knights

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubCommunity Service

Debate ClubDrama Club

Literary MagazineMath Club

Robotics Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Arts and CraftsChoir

Theory

School Notes

Quest Academy inspires and challenges intellectually gifted learners from Preschool to 8th Grade.
For more than 40 years, Quest has excelled at meeting the academic and social-emotional needs of gifted students.
The school's integrated curriculum model and supportive community empower children to follow their curiosity, explore their creativity, and reach their full potential.

Quest Academy was established in 1982 to provide a challenging learning environment for gifted children whose educational needs were not being met in a traditional school setting. Our academic program is designed specifically for the gifted child and is enhanced with classes in the arts, athletics, and technology. Beginning with our youngest learners in early childhood, students receive instruction in art, drama, music, Spanish, physical education, library, science, and computer science/artificial intelligence.
Quest Academy is committed to fostering a nurturing community where students feel they belong. Teachers are specifically trained in gifted education and use innovative methods to guide students and ignite their curiosity. Students thrive in small classes with like-minded peers where they can formulate thoughtful opinions and explore their interests at a deep level.
See for yourself come visit our campus in Palatine, Illinois, just northwest of Chicago. Visit questacademy.org/admissions for more information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Quest Academy cost?

Quest Academy's tuition is approximately $27,985 for private students and $475 for summer students.

Does Quest Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Quest Academy offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Quest Academy offer?

Quest Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Track and Field.

What is Quest Academy's ranking?

Quest Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Quest Academy?

The application deadline for Quest Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 6/3/2016

As a parent of two graduates I can strongly recommend this school - my students were well prepared, confident, and successful in high school. It was worth every penny.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - debor

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